The Mouratoglou Tennis Center at The
Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón to Launch Early Summer
2024
NAPLES,
Fla., May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,
world-renowned tennis coach, Patrick
Mouratoglou and The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón have
announced a strategic partnership to open the first Mouratoglou
Tennis Center in Florida. Opening
in early summer 2024, a variety of training camps, private lessons,
leagues, and retreats will deliver a premium tennis experience for
both resort guests and members utilizing the proven Mouratoglou
methodology based on customization and unparalleled instruction to
enhance the skills of every level of player.
The choice of Florida and The
Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburon, as the location for the next tennis
center is no coincidence, as the luxury resort is the perfect spot
for outdoor enthusiasts ready for an active retreat. Located just
three miles from the Gulf of
Mexico and nestled among the native wetlands and migratory
bird preserves of an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, the resort
offers two legendary championship golf courses, relaxation with
on-site spa services, and culinary experiences such as al-fresco
dinner under the stars at Ría, alongside this exciting new tennis
center.
"Florida is, for me, one of
the best tennis destinations. I have memories here with each of the
players I've coached, from Serena
Williams to Holger Rune. Florida's passion for tennis and its status as
a sports hub (with the Miami Open) make it the perfect place for
our expansion," states Patrick
Mouratoglou. "The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón's
commitment to excellence aligns with our vision, making it the
ideal partner for this venture."
"Tennis is such an integral part of the active lifestyle that
so many of our guests are drawn to," said Jenny Piccione, General Manager of The
Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón. "Aligning Patrick Mouratoglou to
bring his proven methodology to our coaches and players heightens
the level of instruction and ability of skill improvements while
visiting the resort."
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MOURATOGLOU TENNIS CENTER AT THE
RITZ-CARLTON NAPLES,
TIBURÓN
The Mouratoglou Tennis Center at the Ritz-Carlton Naples,
Tiburon will feature four outdoor tennis courts, and a diverse
array of programs including summer tennis camps, a kids' program,
weekend and holiday camps, private and group lessons, as well as
exclusive offerings for Ritz-Carlton guests and members such as a
leagues and round robin tournaments. Coaches will be trained
in The Mouratoglou Methodology, which is based on the idea that
every individual is unique and uses customization, adapting to each
player based on their needs. This hyper-personalized approach to
teaching, regardless of age or level, will ensure that all players
will benefit from any program and improve as quickly as
possible.
EXPANDING THE LEGACY
Since 1996, the Mouratoglou Academy in the French Riviera has
stood as a figure of tennis excellence, guiding top players like
Serena Williams, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Holger Rune, Coco Gauff and
many others to the top of the game. Now, as part of Mouratoglou's
global expansion, they will continue to bring this high-level
tennis experience to North
America, with the vision of strategic geographic location
and partnership with world-class resorts and destinations for
tennis centers like The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón.
This expansion follows on the heels of successful centers and
academies established in Dubai (UAE), Costa Navarino
(Greece), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Sardinia
(Italy), Beijing
(China), New York (USA), and the upcoming launch of the
Mouratoglou Academy in Melbourne
(Australia) in 2027.
For more information and updates on the opening of The
Mouratoglou Tennis Center at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón,
please visit www.mouratoglou-naples.com.
ABOUT MOURATOGLOU ACADEMY
Nestled between Nice and
Cannes, in the heart of the French
Riviera, Mouratoglou Academy stands as an exceptional complex
covering 13 hectares. With state-of-the-art infrastructure at the
forefront of innovation, this academy has received widespread
recognition as one of the world's most proficient training centers.
The Mouratoglou Academy's mission is to guide young aspiring
players as well as professionals towards achieving their full
potential. Each year, the academy hosts over 5,000 campers and
supports the daily training of 250 student-athletes, all striving
to fulfill their tennis dreams. Since its establishment in 1996,
Mouratoglou Academy has played a pivotal role in shaping some of
the world's most promising talents, including Stefanos Tsitsipas, Holger Rune, Coco Gauff and
many more.
In the last 5 years, Patrick
Mouratoglou has extended his personalised methodology
worldwide, undertaking a mission of international expansion. The
goal of Mouratoglou's global growth is to set up prestigious tennis
academies and performance tennis centers, through successful
collaboration, in the most strategic locations.
ABOUT PATRICK
MOURATOGLOU
With over 25 years at the top of the tennis industry,
Patrick Mouratoglou is one of the
most influential and respected tennis coaches of the 21st century.
With 10 Grand Slams titles, 4 Coach of the Year awards, 39 coaching
single titles, 2 Olympic medals and over 40 players who have
reached the Top 100 under his instruction — Patrick Mouratoglou knows how to succeed. While
one of the most recognizable personalities in the world of tennis -
and recently described in the English press as the closest thing
tennis has to a tycoon - Patrick's legacy goes beyond personal
achievements and the ranking success of the players he coaches. He
is actively working to change the world of tennis for the better
and to make the game more accessible for many young talents.
ABOUT THE RITZ-CARLTON NAPLES, TIBURÓN
The Forbes Four Star, AAA Four Diamond Ritz-Carlton Naples,
Tiburón, is renowned for its exceptional personalized service,
inventive cuisine, and luxurious accommodations, with panoramic
views of the adjacent Greg
Norman-designed Tiburón Golf Club. The 295-room
Mediterranean-style resort, ranked as one of the top hotels in the
U.S. by Travel + Leisure and U.S. News & World Report, provides
world-class service, an excellent culinary program including the al
fresco Latin American-inspired Ría, as well as unmatched family
experiences such as the immersive Reservoir, which boasts a 600 ft
lazy river, dedicated family pools, and luxury cabanas. The luxury
resort is home to a pair of 36-hole signature Greg Norman golf courses at Tiburón. In
addition, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón also boasts two stunning
PGA-level golf courses that host two major professional golf
tournaments annually.
ABOUT THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL COMPANY, LLC
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, MD., part of Marriott
International, Inc., currently operates over 100 hotels and over 45
residential properties in 30 countries and territories. For more
information or reservations, visit the company website at
www.ritzcarlton.com; for the latest company updates, visit
news.ritzcarlton.com; and to join the live conversation, use
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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary
of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR). The Ritz-Carlton is
proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott's
travel program, replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz- Carlton
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